Tinder Plus: why are older users being charged more?

Dating app Tinder comes under fire for 'sleazy' age-based fees as it unveils its much anticipated premium edition

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Tinder launched its highly anticipated premium service this week, but has received a backlash from users over its age-based fees.

In the UK, Tinder Plus will costs users aged 18-27 just £3.99, but those aged 28 or over will be forced to pay £14.99 for the premium services.

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